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-webp(85)-o(jpg).webp?token=971ee62e3e9fccd858d2b5c20a502b48 "From Repat to Real Estate Guru: What to Do and What Not to Do When Purchasing a Home in Armenia")
News30.10.20252 minFinding My Home in the Homeland Buying a home in Armenia had always been on my bingo card since repatriating. Becoming a real estate guru, however, wasn’t. But here we are! Through mistakes made and lessons learned, I finally purchased my first home. If you’re thinking about doing the same, you’ve probably realized it’s not just about bricks and beams. The Armenian real estate market, while full of promise, has its quirks. So, here’s what I discovered along the way and would like to share with you. -
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Repat Story27.10.2025Genetic Connection with Armenia Kseniya Yakutovich was born in Gyumri, spent her entire childhood there, and later moved to Russia with her family. But she never lost her connection with Armenia: she met her husband in Moscow — the same person who attended the same sports school as her back in Gyumri, and life brought them together again in Russia. “We often came to Armenia: my husband has relatives here, and I have family on my father’s side. When we returned to Moscow, we missed Armenia terribly and longed to come back. The seed had been planted. And all the objective and subjective circumstances, all the pieces of the puzzle came together, and in 2024 we moved to Armenia,” says Kseniya Yakutovich. -
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Repat Story23.10.2025Moscow and the Search for Destiny A few years ago, I attended the rock opera “Juno and Avos,” which had a full house at the Rostov Musical Theater. I could hardly have imagined then that years later—and in Armenia, no less—I would have the chance to meet someone who was among the creators of that very opera. Kamil Tchalaev is a composer, violinist, conductor, teacher, and sound therapy specialist. He came to Armenia at the invitation of the “301. Land of Wisdom” Foundation and continues his work here. -
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News20.10.2025It goes without saying that having a strong employment foothold in Armenia is key when making a move to the country. The job market has evolved rapidly in recent years, offering both career opportunities and complex challenges for those who choose to return. Whether you’re a member of the diaspora planning to move to Armenia for work or a professional curious about the country’s growing industries, you need to understand the realities of working in Armenia in 2025 in order to make more informed decisions. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=bc9f91e77cc98280808f738d85a9093b "Children’s Dreams — Motivation to Work: The Founding of the Alaverdi Boxing School")
Repat Story17.10.2025Move to Russia and the Start of a Sports Career For the second year now, children and teenagers from several communities of Alaverdi have had the opportunity to do sports—namely boxing—under the careful guidance of European and World kickboxing champion Sergey Dzavaryan. Sergey is also from Lori; he was born in Odzun. When he was seven, his family moved to Russia. There he started first grade, and a couple of years later joined kickboxing and swimming clubs. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=3443b5580a485ea0b79ee353090de60d "Top 10 Reasons to Move to Armenia in 2025")
News08.10.2025Relocating to a new country comes with cold feet, especially if you’re not familiar with the nuances. For many in the Armenian diaspora, the idea of returning “home” has always been more than just a passing thought; it’s a calling. As for expats, living in Armenia is increasingly appearing on relocation shortlists as a safe, affordable, and opportunity-rich destination. In 2025, the case for making the move to Armenia has never been stronger. From simplified residency in Armenia to a booming tech sector, Armenia blends tradition with modern growth in a way few countries can. Here are the top 10 reasons to relocate to Armenia in 2025 and why it might just be the perfect decision for you. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=7757ce216d329884a9339bb81c104349 "“We need to stop comparing ourselves to others”: Armen Abelyan")
Repat Story29.09.20252 minArmen Abelyan was born and raised in Yerevan. Later he moved to Los Angeles, with his family. There, he studied accounting and worked in government institutions before moving into consulting and volunteer work. Then came the pandemic, which “forced” him to reassess his life and ask himself: “What do I really want to do?” -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=07b8931466ef78e824813aaf5962f5ad "Excitement, Nerves, Honeymoon Phase, etc. : Emotional Stages of Repatriation")
News21.09.20252 minMoving to another country is never easy, especially one where you have ancestral roots and probably high expectations. While repatriating to Armenia is exciting, the true process of relocating to your homeland is an emotional rollercoaster, which you’re probably not fully prepared for. The ups and downs are to be expected, and understanding them can make the transition smoother. Repatriation is not only about logistics—like securing housing, work, or residency—it is just as much about emotions, identity, and redefining what “home” means. Here are some of the emotions you might experience while making the move to Armenia, along with insights into why they occur and how to navigate them. -
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Repat Story09.09.20252 minI am often asked: where do I find my heroes? On social media, during hikes, friends often introduce them, and besides, repats notice each other even in a crowd. A big “helper” in this matter are the monthly Repat Armenia Get2know events: the informal atmosphere of these meetings makes it possible to find not only new heroes, but also friends and like-minded people. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=78e0e45a6f5273cff7fd763edf4c9982 "From Tehran to Yerevan: Creating Jewelry Inspired by Two Homes")
Repat Story07.09.20252 minIn 2021, Dina Zadoorian left Tehran with her family, relocating to Yerevan in search of a change and a more stable future. Settling in Yerevan, the family faced the challenges familiar to many newcomers — adapting to a new culture, navigating bureaucracy, and rebuilding her social networks. For Dina, the move became an unexpected turning point. Drawing on her passion for handmade craft and a course at TUMO Studios, she launched Shakar, a jewelry business inspired by both her upbringing in Tehran and her Armenian roots. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=59241769d5cf52cbd689e024cb386abb "Promoting Financial Literacy and Supporting Artisans: Clara Yalmanian’s Journey to Armenia")
Repat Story03.09.20252 minClara Yalmanian runs two seemingly disparate businesses from Armenia: trading and jewelry. Born and raised in Austria, and then based in London for several years, Clara Yalmanian made Yerevan her home in 2024, after first visiting in 2019. In just one year living in Yerevan, she has already made great strides in both promoting financial literacy in Armenia, while also working on a jewelry business that supports displaced artisans. -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=7bbba750699eb321cfcfb7e7c3de5b38 "“Armenia Gave Me a Life Filled with Meaning”: Sara Stites")
Repat Story31.08.20252 minMy heroine needs no introduction: almost everyone in Armenia knows Sara Stites! She is the initiator and participant of countless social and charitable projects, and she can be seen at nearly every running event in Armenia — often holding the winner’s trophy. -
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Repat Story25.08.2025Ruzan Melik-Yolchyan left for the United States when she was 24. After receiving an education in Oriental Studies in Yerevan, she went out into the big world in search of something new: in New York, she studied computer science and business management, and later perfected the latter in London. -
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Repat Story20.08.2025Վերջին երկու տարվա ընթացքում զրուցել եմ տասնյակ հայրենադարձների հետ, ուղղել նրանց բազմաթիվ, երբեմն ինձ համար էլ անակնկալ հարցեր: Բոլոր զրույցների ընթացքում այդ հարցերը լուռ տվել եմ նաև ինքս ինձ, իմ հերոսներին ճանաչելուն զուգահեռ նորովի եմ բացահայտել ինձ. ո՞վ եմ ես, որտե՞ղ է իմ տունը, հնարավո՞ր է արդյոք երջանիկ լինել հայրենիքից դուրս, ապրել սեփական երջանկությա՞ն համար, թե հայրենիքի բարօրության: Ժամանակն է երևի գրի առնել այս հարցերի պատասխաններն ու պատմել Նարէի մասին, ով շուրջ երկու տարի ներկայացնում է ձեզ հայրենադարձների կամ, ինչպես մեզանում ընդունված է ասել, րիփաթների պատմությունները: -
-webp(85)-o(png).webp?token=1b2060b4f5a085390d04e8e0e129af3d "“What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Armenia?” Reported Directly by Repats")
Repat Story18.08.2025Moving to Armenia is a deeply personal experience, often a mix of excitement, uncertainty and anxiety. For many diasporans, relocating to Armenia fulfills the dream of living in the homeland. But what is it really like to move to Armenia in reality? We spoke to a number of repats to ask what they honestly wish they knew before moving to Armenia. From unexpected cultural nuances to bureaucratic surprises, they share honest reflections on what they wish they had known before making Armenia their home.
